Meth lab seized

An Illinois State Police Meth Response Team (MRT) seized a meth lab Thursday, Nov. 8 in Benton. The lab was discovered during an investigation by the Southern Illinois Drug Task Force and the MRT.

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The Carmi Times - Carmi, IL

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Posted Nov. 13, 2012 at 8:00 AM

Posted Nov. 13, 2012 at 8:00 AM

An Illinois State Police Meth Response Team (MRT) seized a meth lab Thursday, Nov. 8 in Benton. The lab was discovered during an investigation by the Southern Illinois Drug Task Force and the MRT.

Over 1,500 grams of a substance testing positive for methamphetamine and numerous chemicals and items used in the manufacture of methamphetamine was seized.

Adam Wasik, 30, and Michael Moulton, 37, both of Benton, were arrested for aggravated participation in methamphetamine manufacturing. Moulton, who has two small children, was also charged with child endangerment.

Both subjects are housed at the Franklin County Jail. The Franklin County Sheriff's Department and West City Police Department participated in the seizure.